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Downtown Restaurant With Kitchen
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$898,880

445 E Main, El Centro, CA 92243

Existing full commercial kitchen and East Main frontage support continued restaurant use.

Property Size2,330 SF
Price / SF$385.79
Days on Market56
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Property Features for 445 E Main

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,330 SF

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1993
Listing Agency: RE/MAX MASTERS REALTY
Listed By: Cesar Navarro · License #01250916
Source: Myfabuloushome
Added: Aug 21 Changed: Oct 13 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 4:00PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of RE/MAX MASTERS REALTY

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This restaurant property includes a full commercial kitchen and an existing restaurant buildout. Constructed in 1993, the building offers a purpose-oriented configuration for food-service operations, with street frontage along East Main Street in downtown El Centro.

The property is positioned near Highway 86 and Interstate 8, providing regional roadway access. A 7-Eleven is adjacent, while a Shell station is located near the East Main Street and Dogwood Street area. The surrounding setting includes a mix of residential uses, adding an established neighborhood context to the commercial location.

Key Highlights

  • Full commercial kitchen and restaurant buildout
  • Located along East Main Street in downtown El Centro
  • Near Highway 86 and Interstate 8

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$30,388
Cap Rate
3.38%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$607,760 $607.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$434,114 $434.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$337,644 $337.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,330 SF
Gross rent
$43.1K $18.48/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.5K −$1.09/SF
EGI
$40.5K $17.39/SF
− OpEx
−$10.1K −$4.35/SF
NOI
$30.4K $13.04/SF
Area
Imperial County, CA
Vacancy
5.90%
Lease Rate
$18.48 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$607,760
Cap Rate 7%
$434,114
Cap Rate 9%
$337,644

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$434.1K
$379.9K – $506.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $30,388 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.38%
Second Best
Industrial
$304.8K
$266.7K – $355.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,334 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.37%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$594.3K
$520.1K – $693.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $41,604 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.63%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Auto Parts Store Dental Office

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

967
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 92243, CA

49,149
Population
15,908
Households
3.1
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
16%
College-Educated
74%
High-School Grad
113.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
434
Density / Sq Mi
$55,890
Median Household Income
$31,170
Median Earnings
$992
Median Rent
$286,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Existing full commercial kitchen and East Main frontage support continued restaurant use.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 445 E Main El Centro, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $898,880.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Full commercial kitchen and restaurant buildout; Located along East Main Street in downtown El Centro; Near Highway 86 and Interstate 8
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